I've been lurking on this site for the last year or so since I got my '05 CTS-V. I've learned lots from the discussions and now I'm ready to make some modifications to my car. But first I have to get some stuff fixed; I need new motor mounts and a differential bushing. I'm going with Creative Steel as they seem to be pretty popular around here from what I've read (black with the heat shields).

But, where can I get them installed? Cadillac of Norwood says they won't install non-OEM parts (which sucks because I work 2 minutes away from there). Not to mention their shop rate is $125/hour. Anyone know of a good independent shop that will do the install for me?

I'd consider doing it myself, but I don't really have a place to work on my car. I can't see doing something as PTA as motor mounts while I'm parked on the street outside my house.

Any suggestion would be very much appreciated. (BTW, tried the search but couldn't come up with any MA shop reco's).

Thanks,

Dan W.

UPDATE
I spoke to the shop foreman and he'll do the work as long as I agree not to hold him responsible if the parts don't fit right, cause vibration etc. Sounds fine, right? Except he wants to charge me the following for the install:

So at $125/hour, he's saying that it's going to take them over 14 hours to do this work. I've had entire engine swaps done in less time. WTF?

thebigjimsho

08-01-11, 08:50 PM

I posted in the other thread. Try Leary Automotive in Bedford...

Digitron

08-02-11, 08:21 AM

Thanks, I'll check them out.

Busted_Nut

08-12-11, 06:39 PM

Hey Digitron,

Did you ever find a shop in MA to do your work?

I recently picked up a stock '05 and am also looking for a shop to have some work done. Looking to replace a rear axle seal that is sweating. Also thinking about some engine work over this winter, car is at 100K.

In southern NH, but work in Western MA (Rte 2) area. Beford is not too far.

Thanks,
- Nut

thebigjimsho

08-12-11, 09:48 PM

Welcome, B_Nut.

Digitron

08-22-11, 11:53 AM

B Nut,

I haven't gotten around to scheduling the service yet. But I'm going to give Leary's a shot. I'll post again after the work is done.

mcline86

08-30-11, 02:48 PM

Another option to check out could be this place http://www.slowhawkperformance.com in bridgewater MA.

Someone had mentioned it to me awhile back....website seems good and they are members of some corvette and GTO forums. Thats probly where il go when i decide to get some headers. Other than that I have yet to find a caddy dealer that was worth bragging about.

bcarv87

08-30-11, 04:14 PM

Another option to check out could be this place http://www.slowhawkperformance.com in bridgewater MA.

Someone had mentioned it to me awhile back....website seems good and they are members of some corvette and GTO forums. Thats probly where il go when i decide to get some headers. Other than that I have yet to find a caddy dealer that was worth bragging about.

I went there for my tune and they only deal with ls motors for the most part. Don is the owner and is a pretty cool no bs guy. I would'nt hesitate to go back.

Busted_Nut

09-17-11, 09:39 AM

Thank you gentlemen,
A shop that specializes in the LS motor is exactly what I am looking for.
Appreciatte the feedback,
- Nut